Lexington High School - Crystal Yearbook (Lexington, VA)

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Ever Been FICKIe? Since life is a series of changes, i should come as no surprise that ory changes have taken place during this past year. What teenagers like one week, they probably won't like the next. But that’s oKay, isn't it? After all, nasn’'t everyone been a little fickle at one time or another? The changes that have shown up in this Survey are the results of the world that exists beyond the walls of Lexing- ton High School — the Real World. Itisa world that, ironically, repeats itself quite often. Take Southern Rock for example. Back in the 1970's, Lynyrd Skynyrd was one of the biggest bands in the country, and today they're just aS popular as ever. A lot of fads, like Jolt, fizzle out, while an old original, like Pepsi, makes a comeback. Strangely, most heroes of the past still seem to be very popular. James Dean is a symbol of rebellion and the “live fast, die young” theory for a lot of kids today. Jim Morrison, a poet rock star who died in 1971, is still an impor- tant figure in the lives of many young adults. And neither man has to be alive to get recognition for his accomplish- ments. Another occurrence that often shakes our seemingly stable lives is the arrival of new faces on the national scene. Sinead O’Connor a thoroughly modern songstress from England, made a big impact on people this past year, not only with her howling style of singing, but also with her outrageous appearance. And who can forget the first time they heard ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine” by those bad boys of rock 'n roll, Guns N’ Roses, creep out of their stereo speakers? Their lives were changed forever. Someone (Jim Morrison) once said “Each day is a drive thru history.” That drive changes our lives whether we want it to or not. Anyway, keep these things in mind while you’re on your trip: (1) what’s in today could be out tomorrow; (2) what's in today will probably be in again in a few years; and (3) always respect everyone's indi- viduality. (This Survey was only a random one and therefore may not speak for ev- eryone; my apologies.) — Bobbie Jo Clawson This bulletin board between Ms. Ramsey's and Mr. Stinespring’s rooms expressed a feeling that most LHS students shared after the Hurricane won the state championship. Todd Swink plays a game at the new “IN” hangout, Fast Lanes. Only recentty this year have the dreaded Walkmans been allowed here at LHS, and Anthony Merchant seems to be enjoying this new freedom as he is lost in the music. Mini-Mag 19

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enim Dilemma A favorite article of clothing that never goes out of style is and has been blue jeans. Jeans at one time were only one color and one style. However, times have changed and so have jeans. Jeans are no longer just blue. Now they come in a wide variety of colors plus mixed colors. Acid-washed, stone-washed, and pre-washed also hit the fashion scene with a big splash. Levis have been around for a long time and are still the favorite pick. Other name brands such as Gloria Vanderbilt, Chic, and Wrangler also made fashion statements at one time. Today, Guess, Gasoline, and Bugle Boy jeans are justa few of the modern brands that are catching attention with their styles and designs. Bows, zippers, stripes and prints decorate the modern jeans. At one time people went to the extreme and cut holes in them, just to be “in fashion.” But real people wear real jeans, and real jeans seem to be plain jeans. Those fad designs will come and go but the regular blue jeans will always be in style. — Janice Black Mini-Mag 21